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HURTFUL

(adj.sat, adj.)

Definitions

There are 4 meanings of the word Hurtful.

Hurtful - as an adjective satellite

Causing hurt

Example: "Her hurtful unconsidered words"

Harmful to living things

Example: "Deleterious chemical additives"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
deleteriousinjurious

Hurtful - as an adjective

Tending to impair or damage; injurious; occasioning loss or injury.

Tending to hurt someone's feelings; insulting.

Example Sentences

"His hurtful words pierced my heart."
"She couldn't bear the hurtful comments about her appearance."
"I was taken aback by his hurtful behavior towards others."
"The hurtful rumors spread like wildfire through the school."
"The article contained several hurtful statements about the politician."
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Word Game Points

Is HURTFUL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, hurtful is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

HURTFUL has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is HURTFUL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, hurtful is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
HURTFUL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is HURTFUL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, hurtful is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
HURTFUL has a WORDFEUD points total of 15.

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